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Laguna Playhouse Announces Extension of HAIRSPRAY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2017


Laguna Playhouse is thrilled to announce that the first show in the Laguna Playhouse 2017-2018 and 97th season, their smash-hit, critically-acclaimed musical, HAIRSPRAY, book by Thomas Meehan and Mark O'Donnell, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, musical direction by Michael Ferrara, directed and choreographed by Paula Hammons Sloan is EXTENDING through SATURDAY, AUGUST 5th at the Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.

Laguna Playhouse presents the First Show of 2017-2018 & 98th Season: HAIRSPRAY
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2017


GOOD MORNING, LAGUNA BEACH!  Laguna Playhouse is thrilled to announce the first show in the Laguna Playhouse 2017-2018 and 98th season with the effervescent musical, HAIRSPRAY, book by Thomas Meehan and Mark O'Donnell, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, musical direction by Michael Ferrara and directed and choreographed by Paula Hammons Sloan. 'We are opening our season with just the perfect show for a Laguna Beach Summer,' comments Laguna Playhouse Executive Director Ellen Richard.  Adds Artistic Director Ann E. Wareham 'We welcome Paula Hammons Sloan and the 'nicest kids in town' back to our stage for this nostalgic musical confection. Talent abounds on our stage this Summer!'  HAIRSPRAY will begin previews on Wednesday, July 5; will open on Sunday, July 9 at 5:30pm and will run through Sunday, July 30, 2017 at the Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.

Carly Rose Sonenclar Among X FACTOR's 'Sweet 16' Finalists
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 24, 2012


Broadway's Carly Rose Sonenclar is among THE X FACTOR 'Sweet 16' finalists chosen by the judges. Carly, who is twelve years old, played 'Chloe' in Broadway's 2011 'WONDERLAND- A New Alice. A New Musical.'

X FACTOR RECAP: The Top 16 Revealed? ...Kind Of
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 17, 2012


The X Factor got off to a late start today, pushed back by baseball (and an episode of Ben & Kate, for reasons I still don't fully understand). Tonight, the final 24 are whittled down to just 16 to perform in the live shows; whether you missed the episode or just want to find out who's chosen to continue, read on!

Top 24 Acts Revealed on FOX's THE X FACTOR
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 11, 2012


The "Boot Camp" round of THE X FACTOR came to a dramatic conclusion last night when the Top 24 acts were revealed.

X FACTOR RECAP: Top 24 Revealed!
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 10, 2012


The X Factor has entered the final stretch before its live shows, and there was plenty of drama do go around on the road to get here. Whether you missed the show or just want to re-live a performance, read on for a full recap of tonight's episode!

Authors Return To Village Theatre to Develop New Musical, CLOAKED 8/12-21
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2011


Village Theatre announces the return of the new musical CLOAKED to the organization's nationally renowned new works program, Village Originals. CLOAKED is the first Village Theatre developmental production to be produced at the newly reconstructed First Stage Theatre, and it will run August 12-21, 2011-it is open to the public.

Photo Coverage: Broadway Dreams (BDF) Is the Real Deal!
by Robert Diamond - Aug 9, 2011


For awhile now, we have been receiving press materials and hearing about The Broadway Dreams Foundation (BDF), but never witnessed the group first-hand. Well, that all changed this past Saturday night, in Philadelphia, when we decided to go to the Kimmel Center and see the 2011 Summer-Intensive weekend showcase, this year titled TRUE COLORS. I can honestly say that our jaws dropped. Directed and hosted by the newest addition to their impressive faculty line-up, Richard Jay-Alexander, the evening was like watching a skillfull PLAYLIST of Broadway 'gold' and 'showstoppers.' Two ACTS worth!

Authors Return To Village Theatre to Develop New Musical, CLOAKED 8/12-21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 20, 2011


Village Theatre announces the return of the new musical CLOAKED to the organization's nationally renowned new works program, Village Originals. CLOAKED is the first Village Theatre developmental production to be produced at the newly reconstructed First Stage Theatre, and it will run August 12-21, 2011-it is open to the public.

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